Interview with Julie Ryan McGue, Author of Twice the Family

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Twice the Family?

The readers of my first memoir, Twice a Daughter, asked for more about what it was like to grow up as a twin and an adoptee. This fills in the essential backstory. I think of Twice the Family as the prequel.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Twice the Family, what would they be?

“Let it be” and “American Pie” come to mind!

What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I love crime fiction but I love most genres. So far I have only written nonfiction and a children’s book.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Mosaic by my friend Laura Gaddis and First Women by Kate Brower.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The scenes about meeting my husband, falling in love, and starting our family.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I always do a twenty minute meditation before a writing session.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Do the hardest thing first.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

Learn to be a compassionate listener. You learn about people by being less judgmental and open to new ideas and perspectives.

Julie Ryan McGue is the author of the new book Twice the Family

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